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More than 1600 species of the wild flora and fauna of Zihuatanejo.
All photographs were taken in Zihuatanejo, Mexico, and the surrounding area.
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Butterflies of Zihuatanejo
SUPERFAMILY PAPILIONOIDEA
Great Southern White
Ascia monuste
Males are whitish with black forewing apex, females are white or smoky gray with a black forewing cell spot. The caterpillar features a mottled gray body with five orange/yellow longitudinal bands. Antennae have blue tips. Adult Food: Nectar from many species of flowers including saltwort, lantana, and verbena. Habitat: Salt marshes, coastal dunes, open fields, and gardens.
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